FAQs

Wrinkle relaxers are a purified protein derivative of a bacterial toxin, called Botulinum Toxin A. When injected into muscles of facial expression, it influences the neuromuscular junction (the area where nerves and muscles communicate) and blocks transmission of nerve signals to muscles, which in turn causes muscle relaxation.

Over time, repeated facial movements can cause wrinkles and expression lines to develop and deepen. By relaxing the muscles causing facial expression lines and reducing their movement, this can remove or reduce the appearance of existing wrinkles, depending on how deep they are, and can also prevent new ones from developing.

The most treated areas are the frown lines (between the eyebrows), the forehead lines (between eyebrows and hairline) and the Crow’s Feet (smiles lines around the eyes). Crow’s Feet treatment can help reduce the smile lines whilst helping achieve a brow lift.

Many people also treat the lines around the mouth and lip area. The chin, jawline and neck can also be treated, which is known as a Nefertiti Lift.

Anti-wrinkle injections may start working in one to two days, but generally it takes two weeks to see the full effect of a treatment. In most instances, your practitioner will assess your results after two weeks, and occasionally a top up dose will be required. Your skin will appear tighter and smoother, and wrinkles will appear less pronounced or may disappear completely. The effects usually last around 3-4 months, depending on the dosage and the individual.

It is recommended to repeat the treatment before the muscle movement returns to normal which is typically 3-4 months.

Facial contouring treatments are comprised of a type of gel called hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid is a component of the deeper layers of skin and joint capsules. The hyaluronic gel fillers are injected into or under the skin to smooth out lines and create a “plumper” appearance.

There are also other types of products on the market, such as skin boosters, which are hydrating and rejuvenating, and designed to improve tissue quality.

Biostimulators are another type of facial contouring treatment. These stimulate the body to produce more of its own collagen. 

Facial contouring treatments are designed to lift, plump and rejuvenate the skin  and to treat:

• Fine lines such as those around the lips
• Deeper lines like nasolabial folds (the lines extending from the side of the nose to the corner of the mouth) and marionette lines, which are the lines extending down from the corners of the mouth.
• Loss of volume associated with the ageing process – typically under the eye hollow, the cheeks, forehead and temples.
• The contour of the jaw line, nose and the projection of the chin.
• Skin quality and the treatment of acne scars.

The legal requirement to undergo a cosmetic procedure is 18 years of age. A preliminary consultation is always required. This allows us to assess your skin, explain whether the desired outcomes can be achieved and what the results are likely to be realistically.

• People in their early 20s usually opt for facial contouring for enhancement purposes and to have their lips plumped up.
• Those in their mid-to-late 20s and 30s may start to notice some facial volume loss and fine lines, which can be an early sign of the ageing process. All these problematic areas can be addressed with dermal fillers, and the areas restored.
• Clients in their late 30s and 40s often have more advanced signs of volume loss, such as sagging along the jaw line and around the mouth and may be developing deeper lines.
• The older generation in their 50s, 60s, 70s and older can also benefit from dermal fillers. Depending on the extent of volume loss and the depth of lines and wrinkles, the amount of product required will vary from person to person.

There is local anaesthetic in all the products, so they are usually reasonably comfortable.

You may experience a slight pressure of ‘stinging’ sensation as the product is being administered. Topical anaesthetic is often used for the procedure depending on the treatment area.

Usually only 1-2 days of mild swelling and redness. Occasionally, patients may experience bruising, but usually these minor side effects settle quickly.

Typically, treatments last six to eighteen months, depending on the site injected and the type of product used. The longevity in some areas can be improved by combining treatments with wrinkle relaxers. The product is eventually broken down and absorbed.

The Ultraformer MPT, short for Micro Pulsed Technology, represents a remarkable advancement in non-surgical skin tightening. One of its standout features is the speed at which it operates, delivering HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound) treatment 2.5 times faster than its predecessor, the Ultraformer 3.

The Ultraformer MPT tightens skin, reduces the appearance of wrinkles, and improves skin tone and laxity. The device uses micro-focused ultrasound energy to heat and cause contraction of collagen fibres and promote long-term collagen growth. This results in a natural, lifted look with no downtime.

This treatment is suitable for those wanting to treat loose and sagging skin, skin folds, fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, signs of ageing, decreased elasticity or other contouring concerns. We can effectively treat the periorbital (eye) area, upper face, lower face, neck or other areas of the body.

Before the Ultraformer MPT treatment begins, the practitioner will cleanse the treatment area. The handheld device is then used to deliver the focused ultrasound energy to the targeted areas. Patients may experience a warm or tingling sensation during the treatment, but it is generally well-tolerated.

You should notice an improvement immediately after the treatment and the results will continue to improve over the following 90 days. The improvement in skin texture can be noticeable in as little as 6 weeks, but the tightening effect can take up to 6 months to see the final result.

Most patients need two treatments. Only rarely, is one treatment sufficient for optimal results.

The results of this non-surgical facelift treatment can last for a year or longer.